Farooki, known for his bold commentary, took to social media to voice his discontent. “Do we want films about the BDR mutiny? The atrocities committed by the Rakkhi Bahini after the Liberation War? Or the disappearances orchestrated by Hasina, Ziaul, and Tareq Siddiqui?” he asked. His series of provocative questions highlighted what he views as the censorship board’s role in stifling critical narratives, particularly those that challenge the ruling Awami League’s version of history.

Akash and Arman had been walking home from their late-night traffic duties at Bhadra intersection in Rajshahi City when they noticed the bag. At first, they were alarmed to find a considerable sum of money inside, unsure of what to do. Fearing the worst, they scanned the area to ensure they weren’t being watched or targeted. When they realized they were alone, they called Touqir for advice.

While the film’s first instalment, released in 2018, was a delight for awakened souls juggling to find a firm stance in a gender-imbalanced social structure, the second one, released on August 15, reinforced the need for equal status for females with much more finesse and grandeur.

He starred alongside Jean Gabin in Henri Verneuil's 1963 film "Melodie en Sous-Sol" ("Any Number Can Win") and was a major hit in Jean-Pierre Melville's 1967 "Le Samourai" ("The Godson"). The role of a philosophical contract killer involved minimal dialogue and frequent solo scenes, and Delon shone.

Dhawan has been cast in a key role alongside Sunny Deol in the sequel to the iconic war film, "Border". A source close to the production shared, “Varun’s inclusion in 'Border 2' is a strategic move by the makers to enhance the film’s appeal. His involvement is expected to be a game-changer, given the film's special place in the hearts of the audience.”

Since the anti-discrimination student movement, Dhallywood has experienced a prolonged period of inactivity, with both the release and production of new films coming to a standstill. Although the interim government has gradually initiated plans for new movies, many productions are still falling behind schedule.

Directed by Sukorno Shahed Dhiman, the series delves deep into the lives of people in the southern swamps and jungles, intertwining elements of mystery, drama, and thriller.

Now, the actor appears to have been removed from a Tollywood film due to his silence during the student movement in Bangladesh — he was supposed to act in Arkadeep Mallika Nath’s film “Mir Jafar Chapter 2”.

Last Saturday, Venkat Prabhu released the trailer for his upcoming film “The Greatest of All Time”. Featuring Vijay in two distinct roles, the trailer highlights the film's intense action sequences and suggests that the actor portrays both a father and son in the movie.

The grand finale of the Miss & Mrs Universe Middle East 2024 is set to take place today (August 18) at Ras Al Khaimah, along the picturesque shores of the Arabian Gulf. This prestigious event, held in the United Arab Emirates, saw the participation of 100 contestants from 50 countries. Among them is Nasrin Sultana Queen, a proud contestant representing Bangladesh.

“We are going to display cinema made about our lives.” No big speeches, no dramatic reveals- the hosts of “Indigenous Screen” wished a steadily increasing crowd, a hearty evening and just the aforesaid one-liner as the films made by indigenous filmmakers began to roll out one after another. Yesterday, on the first day of the two-day event “Indigenous Screen”, five films were screened under the evening sky at the Lalmatia D Block field, an initiative organised by the Indigenous Artists’ Unity.

Film “Latika” from Bangladesh has been selected for the short film competition at one of Russia's major festivals, the Moscow International Documentary Film Festival.

The Bangladeshi film "Agantuk" (The Stranger) has been chosen to screen at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) in Australia. Directed by Biplob Sarkar, the film is a collaborative effort with co-producers Rammya Rahim Choudhury, Tazul Haque and himself. This esteemed festival, taking place from August 15 to 25, will showcase the freshest films from across the subcontinent.

Raihan Rafi's “Toofan” has not only gained popularity in Bangladesh but has also performed well in theatres in the US, Australia, and Canada.

On August 5, the former prime minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down amid a surging student-led anti-discrimination movement. The shift in power since her ousting has sparked widespread transformations, with people from the entertainment industry not being spared from the turmoil. Many actors, linked to certain political identities, now find themselves in precarious positions. 

This film has become the second blockbuster of 2024, following Disney-Pixar's "Inside Out 2" with $1.558 billion, and is only the second R-rated movie ever to enter the prestigious billion-dollar club.

On August 4, 2018, Nawshaba was detained by RAB from a shooting spot in Uttara. Under Section 57 of the ICT Act, she was charged with spreading rumours on social media about the student protest for the demand for road safety. It is to be noted that she was not the only one who was charged under that act. Photographer Shahidul Alam, lawyer Imtiaz Mahmood, journalist Kajol, and many other activists were charged under this act for speaking against the former AL-led government.

The winners of the 70th National Film Awards of India have officially been unveiled today. The country's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting released the list of award recipients, which shows that in the ongoing competition between Bollywood and South Indian cinema, the latter has once again taken the lead.

"We filmed ‘Padatik’ in 2022, and it was a challenging time for me because my father passed away during the shoot. Despite that, I continued with the filming. The director encouraged me, and I performed with confidence," shared the “Aynabaji” actor.

In her words, "Some fraudulent pages are using my image to promote online gambling or gaming apps. I have no personal connection or awareness regarding this. Therefore, I will soon take legal steps. I am not responsible if anyone gets deceived by this. Thank you."